Intersurgical Flextube Ventilator Circuit
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Product Description
Technical Specifications
- Circuit Type: Corrugated Flextube dual-limb ventilator circuit
- Tube Design: Corrugated (accordion) tubing for kink resistance and flexibility
- Available Configurations: Adult and paediatric; HME-compatible and heated humidifier options
- Connector Standards: ISO 22mm standard connectors
- Manufacturer: Intersurgical Ltd., UK
- Use: Single patient use; change per institutional infection control policy
Frequently asked questions
A ventilator circuit connects the mechanical ventilator to the patient's endotracheal tube or tracheostomy, delivering the set tidal volume, respiratory rate, and PEEP while returning expired gas to the expiratory limb. It accommodates the humidification system and is essential for accurate ventilator monitoring and safe gas delivery.
The corrugated accordion-style tubing allows the circuit to flex and bend without kinking or narrowing the internal lumen. This is essential in ICU settings where patients are repositioned frequently, the circuit must extend from a ventilator stand to the patient's airway, and nursing access from multiple angles is required without disturbing the circuit.
Current evidence suggests routine circuit changes in the absence of visible contamination or malfunction provide no clinical benefit beyond every 7 days for most stable ventilated patients. Circuits should be changed immediately if visibly soiled, damaged, or after confirmed circuit contamination. Institutional policies vary and should be followed.
Intersurgical Flextube circuits are designed for broad compatibility with major ICU ventilators including Draeger, Hamilton, Maquet, Philips, and others, using standard ISO 22mm connectors. Specific compatibility lists are available in Intersurgical's product catalogue.
Yes. The circuit can be configured for both passive HME humidification (filter-HME at the patient Y-piece) and active heated wire humidification (water traps on inspiratory and expiratory limbs). The humidification choice depends on the patient's clinical condition and the ventilator system being used.
Intersurgical Flextube circuits are available in adult (22mm bore) and paediatric configurations with smaller bore tubing appropriate for children's lower tidal volumes and airway pressures. Circuit selection should match the patient size and the ventilator's recommended circuit specifications.
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